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SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 2\, we’ll cover Operations\, Financials\, Critical Path and other library resources that can assist you with your business plan. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-2-10/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \n\nTopics include:\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-15/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T140000
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UID:8831-1731414600-1731420000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \n\nTopics include:\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-17/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241101T120418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T123449Z
UID:8828-1731592800-1731596400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 1 we’ll cover an introduction to planning\, the contents of a plan\, Executive Summary\, Company Overview\, Marketing Strategy and an introduction to the library’s market research tools. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-1-11/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241101T120418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T130353Z
UID:8829-1731924000-1731929400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \n\nTopics include:\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-16/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241102T120546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T130403Z
UID:8843-1732098600-1732104000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Learning Lab – Don’t Exit Now: Wanting to leave is not the same as being ready to leave
DESCRIPTION:Transition… Change… You have the goal to exit your business eventually – but do you have an actual plan? \nChange is not easy. In fact\, it is often not successful. And it is far less likely to be successful without a well-thought-out and well-executed strategy. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll touch on 5 areas you need to manage for successful change:\n• Envision the change you want\n• Determine what needs to change\n• Assess what roles and responsibilities will need to change and who owns them.\n• Walk through the steps through the change\n• Learn how to manage & measure the change as it happens \nAnd you will leave with:\n• the knowledge of why preparing to leave is more valuable than just doing it.\n• the foundations of what to get started on\n• the EXIT Readiness Tool to help you complete your own evaluations \nRegister for this free webinar here \nSpeaker: Barb Stuhlemmer\, MBA LIC\nExit Strategies for Canadian Small Business\nBLITZ Business Success\n \nBarb Stuhlemmer\, MBA\, CCCTA\, is an expert in small business ownership\, focused on change strategy\, process\, and the people. Barb is experienced in tech\, medical device\, software development\, and service-based businesses. Barb and her team\, works with the business owners to prepare the business\, and the team\, for strategic change. Using her proprietary process\, The “EXIT Readiness Program”\, Barb helps lay the foundation of change that will create a transformational culture\, increase future value\, and maintain a sustainable\, competitive change mentality. \n  \nOffered through partnership between the Small Business Centre and the Barrie Public Library.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/learning-lab-dont-exit-now-wanting-to-leave-is-not-the-same-as-being-ready-to-leave/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241101T120418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T130344Z
UID:8830-1732197600-1732201200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 2\, we’ll cover Operations\, Financials\, Critical Path and other library resources that can assist you with your business plan. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-2-11/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241119T130348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T133347Z
UID:8970-1733234400-1733239800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \n\nTopics include:\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-18/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241119T130348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T133347Z
UID:8971-1733306400-1733310000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 1 we’ll cover an introduction to planning\, the contents of a plan\, Executive Summary\, Company Overview\, Marketing Strategy and an introduction to the library’s market research tools. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-1-12/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241217T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241217T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241119T130348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T133347Z
UID:8972-1734427800-1734476400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \n\nTopics include:\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-19/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20241119T130348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T133347Z
UID:8973-1734616800-1734620400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Blan Basics | Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 2\, we’ll cover Operations\, Financials\, Critical Path and other library resources that can assist you with your business plan. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-blan-basics-part-2/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T183358Z
UID:14763-1738238400-1738242000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starter Company Plus 2025 Info Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in more information on our 2025 Starter Company Plus program? Tune in to this free virtual info session to learn more! \nThis hour will include a brief overview of this Spring’s Starter Company Plus program\, and our program facilitator Kristen will be in the meeting live to answer your questions. \nRegister for this free webinar here
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starter-company-plus-2025-info-session-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T183403Z
UID:14764-1738663200-1738668600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \n\nTopics include:\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-20/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T183352Z
UID:14765-1738845000-1738850400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 1 we’ll cover an introduction to planning\, the contents of a plan\, Executive Summary\, Company Overview\, Marketing Strategy and an introduction to the library’s market research tools. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-1-13/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T183359Z
UID:14766-1738929600-1738933200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing ‘Drop-In’ – Virtual Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually on Fri Feb 7th from 12-1PM to share & discuss digital marketing ideas\, struggles\, and next steps with fellow local entrepreneurs and a Small Business Centre Marketing Consultant. \nThis drop-in session will take the form of ‘office hours’ where the topics of discussion will be whatever the people in attendance bring forward that day. \nWhat is the digital marketing piece you’re working on right now\, and where do you need guidance\, input\, or just validation that you’re on the right track? \n  \nRegister to receive the meeting link and let us know you’ll be popping in here.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/digital-marketing-drop-in-virtual-office-hours/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T191857Z
UID:14767-1739271600-1739275200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Privacy and Your Business – An Introduction to PIPEDA
DESCRIPTION:  \nDo you have a new or growing business in Canada that collects personal information? Join us for an overview of PIPEDA and ask the OPC advisors your questions! \nThe Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) provides information to help businesses comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and better protect the privacy of Canadians\, their clients\, and customers. This information session is free-of-charge\, during which advisors from the OPC’s Business Advisory Directorate will provide an overview of PIPEDA and its 10 Privacy Principles\, illustrate how these principles apply to businesses\, and answer questions regarding Canada’s federal private-sector privacy law. In-person Privacy Clinics can also be arranged after the session\, where business leaders can meet one-on-one with an advisor to discuss privacy matters specific to their business and get relevant advice and guidance. \nYou will learn:\n• What is the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)?\n• What are the privacy responsibilities of small businesses?\n• How can the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada assist small businesses comply with privacy legislation?\n• What are the 10 Privacy Principles of PIPEDA? • How do these 10 Privacy Principles apply to small businesses? \nJoin us for an overview the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)! \nRegister for this free webinar here
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/privacy-and-your-business-an-introduction-to-pipeda-3/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T191905Z
UID:14768-1739354400-1739359800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Learning Lab – Fortifying Your Business: Essential Insurance and Benefits Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the start-up or scaling-up journey is challenging\, and it’s tempting to be reactive. Yet\, true foresight demands proactive steps. Insurance isn’t just a safety net; it’s peace of mind for you. And as you grow\, employee benefits become vital. Top talent values more than salary—they seek a company’s commitment to their well-being. Robust benefits can be the deciding factor for that key hire. Building resilient businesses means anticipating challenges. \nThis free webinar will:\n– Review insurance options to protect you and your family\n– Highlight employee benefits that can be customized to fit your need and budget as you scale \nJoin Geneviève Lagacé-Gore\, President from Marquee Benefits Inc. to understand why an ounce of prevention is worth a pat on the back.\nThe answer is simpler than you would think\, and easier to obtain than you know! \nRegister for this free webinar here \n  \nSpeaker: Geneviève Lagacé-Gore\nPresident\, Group Benefits & Retirement Consultant @ Marquee Benefits\nConnect with Geneviève on LinkedIn \nGeneviève is the President of Marquee Benefits\, where she leads group benefits and retirement solutions with vision and expertise. Geneviève has honed her skills in the benefits industry since 2007\, driven by a passion for identifying risks and crafting strategies to fortify her clients’ organizations. She places great importance on building personal relationships\, believing them to be the cornerstone of success. Geneviève holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University. Beyond her professional endeavours\, Geneviève embraces the role of a devoted soccer mom\, finding joy in her bustling family life with her husband and two sons. An avid golfer\, she cherishes moments spent on the green with cherished family and friends. \n  \nOffered through partnership between the Small Business Centre and the Barrie Public Library.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/learning-lab-fortifying-your-business-essential-insurance-and-benefits-strategies/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T194849Z
UID:14769-1739887200-1739892600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \nTopics include: \n\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-21/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250221T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250127T171811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T194852Z
UID:14770-1740135600-1740141000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 2\, we’ll cover Operations\, Financials\, Critical Path and other library resources that can assist you with your business plan. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-2-12/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250207T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T201853Z
UID:14904-1740999600-1741005000@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Idea
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThis session is for those that haven’t registered their business yet and need to understand how they can go about validating their business idea before taking the big leap! \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nIdentifying a problem; recognizing opportunity\nLooking at it through the customers’ lens\nDefining value\nValue Proposition Canvas\nHow to go about market research\n\n  \nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-idea/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250210T190411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T201905Z
UID:14925-1741179600-1741192200@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Begin with YOUR ENDGAME in Mind
DESCRIPTION:A business may be profitable\, but that doesn’t mean it’s valuable. \nTraditionally\, small businesses create good jobs (more than half of all jobs in Canada!)\, but less-attractive business models. This means that when Small Business Owners start thinking about cashing in on the decades of blood\, sweat\, and tears they’ve invested\, they’re disappointed with their options – and it’s too late in the game to make a difference. Better outcomes for Small Business Owners are not only possible\, they’re predictable. \nTake lessons from previous generations\, and attend this game-changing workshop to: \n\nlearn what makes one business more valuable than another\,\nset your sights on a more favourable future\,\nand start building your most valuable business\n\nYour future self will thank you for it! \n  \nEVENT AGENDA:\n\nWednesday March 5th inside the Sandbox Centre (24 Maple Ave\, 2nd Floor – Barrie\, ON) \n\nWORKSHOP from 1:00PM-3:30PM\nDefine your ideal target ENDGAME of your business across eight standard drivers of Enterprise Value (limited seats available)\n\nKEY TAKEAWAYS:\nWhy it’s more crucial than ever that Canadian entrepreneurs build more valuable businesses\nWhy two equally profitable\, equally demanding businesses differ in value\nWhat “endgame” possibilities are available to Small Business Owners\nWhat the most valuable version of your small business would look like in 10 years \n\nNETWORKING from 3:30PM-4:30PM\nJoin us for an informal and informative networking hour with our guest speakers\, SBC staff\, and fellow entrepreneurs\n\n  \nREGISTRATION OPTIONS: \n1) WORKSHOP & NETWORKING BUNDLE\n1:00PM-4:30PM\nFull participation in the limited-seating workshop and the following social hour (no cost to register)\n \n2) NETWORKING ONLY\n3:30PM-4:30PM\nBring your questions and network with our guest speakers\, staff\, and other experts (no cost to RSVP) \n  \nREGISTER NOW \nMEET THE SPEAKERS: \n\nStephanie Grimbly\nSince 2017\, Steph has helped Small Business Owner/Operators design more valuable revenue models and then lead their teams through the process of organizational change.\nAcross industries\, hierarchies\, and generations change is always hard. Steph’s unique combination of technical skills and practical experience is the Swiss Army Knife small businesses need to make change happen.\nConnect with Stephanie on LinkedIn here. \n\nLuke Nangle\nLuke’s purpose is to empower teams to achieve breakthrough results by emphasizing teamwork and communication.\nWhether it’s managing clients and partners or when leading a classroom\, Luke values discipline and perseverance. He helps small businesses seize opportunities by combining those two qualities with strategic acumen and continuous creativity.\nConnect with Luke on LinkedIn here. \nPresented with:\nNew Territory’s mission is to help hard-working Small Business Owners make more but stress less. \n  \nIn partnership with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/begin-with-your-endgame-in-mind/
LOCATION:Sandbox Centre\, 24 Maple Avenue\, 2nd Floor\, Barrie\, ON\, L4N 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250312T120000
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CREATED:20250210T190411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T201902Z
UID:14926-1741773600-1741780800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Liaison Officer Service – Free tax help for small business or self-employed individuals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar with Liaison Officers from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help you understand your tax obligations and learn about: \n– General bookkeeping concepts and best practices\,\n– Explain common tax errors\,\n– Demonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\,\n– Provide information on the CRA’s services. \nRegister here!\n*NOTE: this program is specifically for those that are self-employed and/or run their own sole proprietorship/partnership – a webinar specifically for small business corporations is coming up on Wed March 26th from 10AM-12PM*
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/liaison-officer-service-free-tax-help-for-small-business-or-self-employed-individuals/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250212T191905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T201854Z
UID:14949-1741957200-1741962600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 1 we’ll cover an introduction to planning\, the contents of a plan\, Executive Summary\, Company Overview\, Marketing Strategy and an introduction to the library’s market research tools. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar!
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-1-14/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250215T191944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T201844Z
UID:14972-1742209200-1742214600@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Starting Your Business Basics
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThe Starting Your Business sessions are geared towards those considering entrepreneurship and those who have already decided to start their own business and are ready to take the next steps. \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \nTopics include: \n\nAssessing the feasibility of your business idea\nThe pros and cons of different forms of business (Sole Proprietorship\, Partnership\, Corporation)\nProtecting yourself and the business\nHST\nAllowable deductions\nSources of financing\n\nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/starting-your-business-basics-22/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091631
CREATED:20250305T201906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T201909Z
UID:15092-1742389200-1742396400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:How to Develop a Robust IP Strategy in your Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Intellectual Property (IP) issues are important for business owners and entrepreneurs to consider\, from protecting one’s own work to navigating issues surrounding infringement. \nThis workshop will cover key IP strategy points that business owners and entrepreneurs should take into account alongside their business plan(s). Namely:\n– (1) An Overview of IP;\n– (2) Identifying your IP assets;\n– (3) Determining needs and goals;\n– (4) Understanding the IP landscape;\n– (5) Developing and implementing a plan; and\n– (6) How to reassess and realign going forward. \nThe presentation will also speak to external supports available in Ontario and Canada\, and will feature representatives from the IP Innovation Clinic (Osgoode Hall Law School\, York University). \nAGENDA:\n1. Opening Remarks\n2. Introductions & Why IP? – Joseph Turcotte (Associate Director\, IP Innovation Clinic)\n3. Workshop Presentation – Felice Chun and Seliya Mawani (IP Innovation Clinic Fellows) \nRegister for this free webinar here \n 
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/how-to-develop-a-robust-ip-strategy-in-your-business-plan/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091632
CREATED:20250224T200359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T201856Z
UID:15028-1742983200-1742990400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Liaison Officer Service – Free Tax Help for Small Incorporated Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar with Liaison Officers from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help you understand your corporation’s tax obligations and learn about: \n– General bookkeeping concepts and best practices\,\n– Explain common tax errors\,\n– Demonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries\,\n– Provide information on the CRA’s services. \nFacilitated by Yasmin Hilson\, Louise Bautista and Flo Mpepo\, Liaison Officers with the Canada Revenue Agency. \nRegister here!\n*NOTE: this program is specifically for small business corporations – ie. small business owners who have incorporated.\nA webinar specifically those who have not incorporated and are self-employed and/or run their own sole proprietorship/partnership is being held on Wed March 12th from 10AM-12PM*
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/liaison-officer-service-free-tax-help-for-small-incorporated-businesses/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091632
CREATED:20250226T200344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T201856Z
UID:15042-1743170400-1743175800@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics | Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Writing your first business plan is a major step in putting your small business on the map. The point of your plan is to articulate the concepts that inspired you to start your business as well as evaluate potential hurdles like competition and funding issues. Whether you are seeking start-up capital or just want a solid road map to guide you through the early years of your business\, a workable small business plan will help you work toward your goals. \nIn Part 2\, we’ll cover Operations\, Financials\, Critical Path and other library resources that can assist you with your business plan. \nClick Here to Register For This Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/business-plan-basics-part-2-13/
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091632
CREATED:20250320T201855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T201857Z
UID:15195-1744030800-1744034400@enterprisecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Idea
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the World of Entrepreneurship! \nThis session is for those that haven’t registered their business yet and need to understand how they can go about validating their business idea before taking the big leap! \nSessions are held in a small group setting and led by a Small Business Consultant. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nIdentifying a problem; recognizing opportunity\nLooking at it through the customers’ lens\nDefining value\nValue Proposition Canvas\nHow to go about market research\n\n  \nClick Here to Register for this Live Zoom Webinar
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-idea-2/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Login details to follow registration.
CATEGORIES:SBCB
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